10 Penn State Graduation Gift Ideas

It is hard to believe, but Penn State’s Spring Graduation is quickly approaching! If you are a Penn State parent of a soon-to-be graduate, proud likely does not even begin to describe how you are feeling. So, show that special alumnus some love and celebrate their four years of success with something special. I’ve compiled a list of graduation gifts ideas that are perfect for young professionals entering an exciting, brand-new life stage. Congratulations Class of 2018!

A Penn State Alumni license plate frame is an affordable way to say “congratulations” to your new Penn State grad. With several different designs to choose from, Lions Pride is sure to have something to fit the style of your graduate’s car.

Lions Pride has the area’s largest selection of Penn State ties. If your new graduate as secured an office job, you may want to help him build his professional wardrobe. A simple and classic Penn State tie is the perfect starting point.

You better believe that your Penn State grad is already planning a return trip to Happy Valley for a Penn State football game this fall. This Alumni hat from Legacy is a must-have piece for anyone venturing back in the coming months. Plus, it will be a great conversation starter for your new grad if they are moving to a new city to start their career.

Lions Pride’s Penn State-themed bracelets by Alex & Ani have been a huge hit this spring. With three unique designs, these bangles look great together or alone. Buy one or stack all three for the ultimate, stylish Penn State look.

We lost a State College classic this year, The Rathskeller. A bar sign from JMB would be the perfect gift to help your Penn State grad pay homage to the Skeller and all the other classic Happy Valley bars and eateries. With several great designs, it will be hard to decide on just one!

The best graduation gift I received, besides my degree from Penn State, was a Nittany Lion replica statue engraved with my name and graduation year. A wonderful desk or bookshelf accessory, this item will provide a daily reminder to your graduate of their time at Dear Old State.

If your graduate is entering the professional world, I would strongly suggest buying them a business card holder. Available in several different styles, Lions Pride is sure to have something that will fit the style and theme of their new office.

Commemorate your graduate’s time in Beaver Stadium with one of our beautiful panoramic framed prints. A wonderful addition to a new house or apartment, your graduate will treasure this gift for years to come.

Lions Pride has State College’s largest and best selection of quality diploma frames. Available in several different colors and styles, a diploma frame is the ultimate congratulatory gift. Lions Pride’s diploma frames all ship for free within the United States, so don’t worry about waiting until you’re in State College to make this big purchase.

As always, please don’t hesitate to call Lions Pride if you have any questions about any products or if you need more graduation gift suggestions. WE ARE!

Danielle Stemple is a 2008 Penn State University graduate. In addition to acting as Lions Pride's marketing communications director, she is also an assistant manager and buyer for the Penn State retailer. Danielle is currently a graduate student at West Virginia University pursuing her master's degree in Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC). In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, cooking and training for ultra marathons. She can be reached at [email protected]